Nikon Camera D3300 Reference Manual

							
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Technical Notes  289Compatible Lenses...................................................................  289Compatible CPU Lenses .................................................................  289
Compatible Non-CPU Lenses .......................................................  292
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) . ......................................  299
Flash Units Compatible with the Creative Lighting System  (CLS) ..................................................................................................  299
Other Accessories.....................................................................  306 Approved Memory Cards...............................................................  310
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter.....................  311
Caring for the Camera .............................................................  313 Storage .................................................................................................  313
Cleaning ...............................................................................................  313
Image Sensor Cleaning...................................................................  314
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions .....................  321 Caring for the Camera .....................................................................  321
Caring for the Battery ......................................................................  324
Available Settings ....................................................................  326
Troubleshooting.......................................................................  329 Battery/Display ..................................................................................  329
Shooting (All Modes) .......................................................................  330
Shooting ( P, S, A, M) .......................................................................  333
Playback ...............................................................................................  334
Miscellaneous ....................................................................................  335
Error Messages..........................................................................  336
Specifications ............................................................................  342 The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR II ...................  353
Memory Card Capacity............................................................  362
Battery Life ................................................................................  363
Index ...........................................................................................  365 
						

							
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To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, 
read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this 
equipment.
 Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the 
product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions 
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
❚❚ WARNINGSAKeep the sun out of the frame
Keep the sun well out of the frame 
when shooting backlit subjects.
 
Sunlight focused into the camera 
when the sun is in or close to the 
frame could cause a fire.ADo not look at the sun through the 
viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light 
source through the viewfinder could 
cause permanent visual impairment.AUsing the viewfinder diopter adjustment 
control
When operating the viewfinder 
diopter adjustment control with your 
eye to the viewfinder, care should be 
taken not to put your finger in your 
eye accidentally.
ATurn off immediately in the event of 
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an 
unusual smell coming from the 
equipment or AC adapter (available 
separately), unplug the AC adapter 
and remove the battery immediately, 
taking care to avoid burns.
 
Continued operation could result in 
injury.
 After removing the battery, 
take the equipment to a Nikon-
authorized service center for 
inspection.
ADo not use in the presence of flammable 
gas
Do not use electronic equipment in 
the presence of flammable gas, as 
this could result in explosion or fire.AKeep out of reach of children
Failure to observe this precaution 
could result in injury.
 In addition, 
note that small parts constitute a 
choking hazard.
 Should a child 
swallow any part of this equipment, 
consult a physician immediately.
For Your SafetyA
This icon marks warnings.
 To prevent possible injury, read all 
warnings before using this Nikon product. 
						

							
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A
Do not disassemble
Touching the product’s internal parts 
could result in injury.
 In the event of 
malfunction, the product should be 
repaired only by a qualified 
technician.
 Should the product break 
open as the result of a fall or other 
accident, remove the battery and/or 
AC adapter and then take the product 
to a Nikon-authorized service center 
for inspection.
ADo not place the strap around the neck of 
an infant or child
Placing the camera strap around the 
neck of an infant or child could result 
in strangulation.ADo not remain in contact with the 
camera, battery, or ch arger for extended 
periods while the devices are on or in use
Parts of the device become hot.
 
Leaving the device in direct contact 
with the skin for extended periods 
may result in low-temperature burns.ADo not leave the product where it will be 
exposed to extremely high 
temperatures, such as in an enclosed 
automobile or in direct sunlight
Failure to observe this precaution 
could cause damage or fire.ADo not aim a flash at the operator of a 
motor vehicle
Failure to observe this precaution 
could result in accidents.
AObserve caution when using the flash
• Using the camera with the flash in 
close contact with the skin or other 
objects could cause burns.
• Using the flash close to the subject’s 
eyes could cause temporary visual 
impairment.
 The flash should be no 
less than one meter (3 ft 4 in.) from 
the subject. Particular care should 
be observed when photographing 
infants.
AAvoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care 
should be taken to avoid injury due to 
broken glass and to prevent the liquid 
crystal from the monitor touching the 
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.ADo not carry tripods with a lens or camera 
attached
You could trip or accidentally strike 
others, resulting in injury. 
						

							
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Observe proper pr
ecautions when 
handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if 
improperly handled.
 Observe the 
following precautions when handling 
batteries for use in this product:
• Use only batteries approved for use 
in this equipment.
• Do not short or disassemble the 
battery.
• Be sure the product is off before 
replacing the battery. If you are 
using an AC adapter, be sure it is 
unplugged.
• Do not attempt to insert the battery 
upside down or backwards.
• Do not expose the battery to flame 
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to 
water.
• Replace the terminal cover when 
transporting the battery. Do not 
transport or store the battery with 
metal objects such as necklaces or 
hairpins.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when 
fully discharged.
 To avoid damage 
to the product, be sure to remove 
the battery when no charge 
remains.
• When the battery is not in use, 
attach the terminal cover and store 
in a cool, dry place.
• The battery may be hot 
immediately after use or when the 
product has been used on battery 
power for an extended period.
 
Before removing the battery turn 
the camera off and allow the battery 
to cool. •
Discontinue use immediately 
should you notice any changes in 
the battery, such as discoloration or 
deformation.
AObserve proper precautions when 
handling the charger
•Keep dry.
 Failure to observe this 
precaution could result in injury or 
product malfunction due to fire or 
electric shock.
• Do not short the charger terminals.
 
Failure to observe this precaution 
could result in overheating and 
damage to the charger.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of 
the plug should be removed with a 
dry cloth.
 Continued use could 
result in fire.
• Do not go near the charger during 
thunderstorms.
 Failure to observe 
this precaution could result in 
electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or charger 
with wet hands. Failure to observe 
this precaution could result in injury 
or product malfunction due to fire or 
electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters or 
adapters designed to convert from 
one voltage to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters.
 Failure to observe 
this precaution could damage the 
product or cause overheating or fire. 
						

							
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A
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input 
and output jacks, use only the cables 
provided or sold by Nikon for the 
purpose to maintain compliance with 
product regulations.ACD-ROMs
CD-ROMs containing software or 
manuals should not be played back 
on audio CD equipment.
 Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could 
cause hearing loss or damage the 
equipment.
AFollow the directions of airline and 
hospital personnel
This camera transmits radio 
frequencies that could interfere with 
medical equipment or aircraft 
navigation. Disable the wireless 
network feature and remove all 
wireless accessories from the camera 
before boarding an aircraft, and turn 
the camera off during take off and 
landing. In medica l facilities, follow 
staff instructions regarding the use of 
wireless devices. 
						

							
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•No part of the manuals included 
with this product may be 
reproduced, transmitted, 
transcribed, stored in a retrieval 
system, or translated into any 
language in any form, by any means, 
without Nikon’s prior written 
permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change 
the specifications of the hardware 
and software described in these 
manuals at any time and without 
prior notice. •
Nikon will not be held liable for any 
damages resulting from the use of 
this product.
• While every effort has been made to 
ensure that the information in these 
manuals is accurate and complete, 
we would appreciate it were you to 
bring any errors or omissions to the 
attention of the Nikon 
representative in your area (address 
provided separately).Notice for Customers in CanadaCAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 BNotices for Customers in EuropeThis symbol indicates that 
electrical and electronic 
equipment is to be 
collected separately.
The following apply only 
to users in European countries:
•This product is designated for 
separate collection at an 
appropriate collection point.
 Do not 
dispose of as household waste.
• Separate collection and recycling 
helps conserve natural resources 
and prevent negative consequences 
for human health and the 
environment that might result from 
incorrect disposal.
• For more information, contact the 
retailer or the lo cal authorities in 
charge of waste management. This symbol on the battery 
indicates that the battery 
is to be collected 
separately.
The following apply only to users in 
European countries:
•
All batteries, whether marked with 
this symbol or not, are designated 
for separate collection at an 
appropriate collection point.
 Do not 
dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the 
retailer or the local authorities in 
charge of waste management.
NoticesCAUTION : RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT 
TYPE.
 DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. 
						

							
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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and 
found to comply with the limits for a 
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 
of the FCC rules.
 These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference 
in a residential installation.
 This 
equipment generates, uses, and can 
radiate radio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance 
with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications.
 
However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular 
installation.
 If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment 
off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or 
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving 
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the 
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an 
outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced 
radio/television technician for help.
CAUTIONSModifications
The FCC requires the user be notified 
that any changes or modifications 
made to this device that are not 
expressly approved by Nikon 
Corporation may void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or 
provided by Nikon for your 
equipment.
 Using other interface 
cables may exceed the limits of Class 
B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for Customers in the State of California
WARNING : Handling the cord on this 
product may expose you to lead, a 
chemical known to the State of 
California to cause birth defects or 
other reproductive harm.
 Wash hands 
after handling .
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, 
Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
The Battery ChargerIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE 
INSTRUCTIONSDANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONSFor connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter 
of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.
 This power unit 
is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally 
copied or reproduced by means of a sc anner, digital camera, or other device 
may be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied 
or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper 
money, coins, securities, government 
bonds, or local government bonds, 
even if such copies or reproductions 
are stamped “Sample.”
The copying or reproduction of 
paper money, coins, or securities 
which are circulated in a foreign 
country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the 
government has been obtained, the 
copying or reproduction of unused 
postage stamps or post cards issued 
by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of 
stamps issued by the government 
and of certified documents 
stipulated by law is prohibited. •
Cautions on certain copies and 
reproductions
The government has issued cautions 
on copies or reproductions of 
securities issued by private 
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift 
certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or 
coupon tickets, except when a 
minimum of necessary copies are to 
be provided for business use by a 
company.
 Also, do not copy or 
reproduce passports issued by the 
government, licenses issued by public 
agencies and private groups, ID cards, 
and tickets, such as passes and meal 
coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of 
copyrighted creative works such as 
books, music, paintings, woodcuts, 
prints, maps, drawings, movies, and 
photographs is governed by national 
and international copyright laws.
 Do 
not use this product for the purpose 
of making illegal copies or to infringe 
copyright laws. 
						

							
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Disposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting memo ry cards or other data 
storage devices does not completely  erase the original image data.
 Deleted 
files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using 
commercially available softwa re, potentially resulting in the malicious use of 
personal image data.
 Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s 
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another 
person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the 
device and then completely refill it with images containing no private 
information (for example, pictures of empty sky).
 Be sure to also replace any 
pictures selected for preset manual ( 0129).
 Care should be taken to avoid 
injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
AVC Patent Portfolio LicenseTHIS PRODUCT
 IS LICENSED
 UNDER
 THE AV C 
PATENT
 PORTFOLIO
 LICENSE
 FOR
 THE PERSONAL
 
AND
 NON
-COMMERCIAL
 USE OF A CONSUMER
 TO (i) ENCODE
 VIDEO
 IN COMPLIANCE
 WITH
 
THE AVC 
STANDARD
 (“AVC 
VIDEO
”) AND
/OR (ii) 
DECODE
 AV C 
VIDEO
 THAT
 WAS
 ENCODED
 
BY A CONSUMER
 ENGAGED
 IN A PERSONAL
 AND
 NON
-COMMERCIAL
 ACTIVITY
 AND
/OR WAS
 
OBTAINED
 FROM
 A VIDEO
 PROVIDER
 LICENSED
 TO PROVIDE
 AVC 
VIDEO
. NO LICENSE
 IS 
GRANTED
 OR SHALL
 BE IMPLIED
 FOR
 ANY
 OTHER
 USE. ADDITIONAL
 INFORMATION
 MAY
 BE 
OBTAINED
 FROM
 MPEG LA, L.L.C.
 SEE  http://www.mpegla.com
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic AccessoriesNikon cameras are designed to the hi ghest standards and include complex 
electronic circuitry.
 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including 
chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and fl ash accessories) certified by Nikon 
specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven 
to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic 
circuitry.
The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage 
the camera and may void your Nikon warranty.
 The use of 
third-party rechargeable Li-i on batteries not bearing the 
Nikon holographic seal shown at right could interfere with 
normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, 
igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon br and accessories, contact a local 
authorized Nikon dealer. 
						

							
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Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories
Only Nikon brand accessories certif ied by Nikon specifically for use 
with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate 
within its operational and safety requirements.
 THE USE
 OF NON
-NIKON
 
ACCESSORIES
 COULD
 DAMAGE
 YOUR
 CAMERA
 AND
 MAY
 VOID
 YOUR
 NIKON
 
WARRANTY
.
ABefore Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on importan t occasions (such as at weddings or 
before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the 
camera is functioning normally.
 Nikon will not be held liable for 
damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
ALife-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing 
product support and education, continually-updated information is 
available on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A. : http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa : http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East : http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, 
tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice 
on digital imaging and photography.
 Additional information may be 
available from the Nikon representative in your area.
 See the following 
URL for contact information:  http://imaging.nikon.com/